Meaning of the word triumvirate in English

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triumvirate

US /traɪˈʌm.vɪ.rət/
UK /traɪˈʌm.vɪ.rət/

Noun

a group of three powerful people or things working together, especially in government or leadership

Example:
The company was run by a triumvirate of executives.
The Roman triumvirate held significant power.